What’s New in Camberwell? September 2016
As spring rolls in and offers up a few warmer days here and there (we’re ready for you, sunshine!) Camberwell has plenty on offer to celebrate the new season.
This month we launched our annual Spring Lookbook competition where entrants can go in the running to win a $1000 shopping spree in Camberwell simply by telling us which look they loved most on our Style Junction fashion and beauty website.
Lingerie store Dickory Dock marks 70 years in Camberwell and Dymocks will host best-selling author Jodi Picoult at a dinner and meet the author event.
We do hope you’ll enjoy the start of the new season – be sure to visit Camberwell for all your spring fashion, beauty and shopping needs.
Win a $1000 shopping spree in Camberwell
To celebrate the new season we’re giving away a $1000 gift voucher to go on a Camberwell shopping spree.
Simply check out the Style Junction Lookbook where you will find just some of the new season fashions, for both woman and men, available in the boutiques in Camberwell. There are also great articles about the summer trends for fashion and beauty. Just tell us which image is your favourite to enter the competition.
Want more chances of winning? Spend over $25 in any Camberwell fashion, beauty, jewellery or accessories retailer and upload your receipt for an additional entry, the more you shop the more chances you have to win!
All entries must be submitted via the official competition entry form here.
Lingerie store marks 70 years
An iconic lingerie business in Camberwell celebrates its 70th anniversary this year.
Dickory Dock has been based at the same Camberwell store, at 945 Burke Rd, since it opened its doors in 1946, providing personal customer service to generations of woman.
The family-owned and run business specialises in quality, imported lingerie including bras, briefs, bridal undergarments, corsetry and bodysuits, swimwear and bras for women who have undergone breast surgery.
The store, though recently revamped the store has the look of yesteryear with opulent curtained fitting rooms. Qualified corsetieres use their skill to help customers find the perfect style and fit. They offer a unique and intimate experience with good old-fashioned service.
School holiday activities
Camberwell traders are putting on school holiday fun in The Well shopping centre . There are free activities planned to keep the little ones amused.
Week 1: September 19 – 23
Take part in The Well’s colouring-in competition for a chance to win some cool prizes. The colouring station will be open daily from 11am until 2pm in the mall. In a rush? Take home the colouring sheet, colour it in and bring it back later. Hand completed entries to Coltivare, located on the ground level. Entries close September 30.
Week 2: September 26 – 30
Children can join this workshop to decorate their own pencil case to take home. Sessions will run daily between 11am and 2pm and will be located near Dymocks.
Taste Trail Winner
Congratulations to Marjory Gardner, the winner of our Taste Trail competition which ran as part of our Dine In Dine Out food fiesta. Marjory has won a $500 in Camberwell Gift Cards to spend in the shopping precinct, including any of our wonderful restaurants and foods stores.
Meet author Jodi Picoult
International bestselling author Jodi Picoult will visit Camberwell on Thursday, November 16 for a dinner event ‘upstairs’ at Georges in Camberwell
She will present her new novel Small Great Things and be available for book signings. Be quick, tickets are selling fast.
Hypoxi is new to Camberwell
Shop news
HUSK
781-783 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Husk has opened a pop-up clearance store in Camberwell, with 50-80% off stock. Be sure to check it out for some great bargains on top brands.
HYPOXI CAMBERWELL
Level 4, The Well, 793 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Hypoxi, a low-impact exercise method that is up to three times more effective at burning stubborn fat than traditional exercise, has opened in The Well shopping centre. Through advanced vacuum and compression technology and healthy nutrition, Hypoxi activates your body’s natural system to burn specific areas of fat and cellulite.
SUSHI SUSHI
829-833 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Sushi Sushi has launched their delicious new Deluxe Selection range which includes Creamy Salmon Sushi, Calamari Crab Leg Nigiri and Tempura Vegetable Nigiri. Now available at the Camberwell store.
BLACK SPARROW TATTOO
953 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Artistic, clean, friendly, great guys: these are just some of the words used in the Facebook reviews for this new tattoo parlour, located up on Burke Hill.
Winter is here which means it’s almost time for our annual food event, Dine In Dine Out. The Camberwell traders are putting on the food fiesta as a way to showcase the best cuisine on offer in our shopping precinct.
The event will run on Saturday, August 6 across the Camberwell shopping precinct. There will be a pop-up park, activities in Evans Place, children’s activities, entertainment, food tastings and an evening of jazz music.
Don’t miss your chance to meet international chef Gabriel Gaté at Dymocks Camberwell from 11am on August 6. He will celebrate the launch of his new book, Délicieux, which includes seasonal dishes with the warmth of rural French cooking. Dymocks Camberwell is also offering shoppers 20% off all full-priced books on August 6.
Throughout the month of August, Camberwell traders will also offer shoppers special deals on food and drinks. Be sure to look out for the Taste Trail stickers in store windows to find participating outlets.
For full details, visit the Dine In Dine Out website.
Harry Potter book launch – July 31
Join Dymocks Camberwell from 9am – 12pm on July 31 for a Harry Potter celebration and the release of Book 8: The Cursed Child Parts I & II.
The event will celebrate all the things readers love about Harry Potter – there will be Harry Potter themed food including fudge, chocolate frogs, flavoured Jelly Beans. There will also be fun activities, prizes, trivia games, balloons and more.
You can pre-order your book and collect it from Dymocks on the day. There will also be additional copies available for sale at the store.
Free event but bookings are essential.
How Camberwell can support your Plastic Free July challenge
Wouldn’t you love to ditch plastic, even for a short time, to see if you can live without it? During July, you can. And there are plenty of ways Camberwell can support you during your plastic-free challenge.
From package-free grocery stores, to reusable coffee cups and treating yourself to an experience rather than buying more ‘stuff’, we’ve got lots of great ideas for you to be kinder to the environment this month.
WIN a Vitamix valued at $995
Tell us which home appliance you could not live without for a chance to win a Vitamix Total Nutrition Centre valued at $995. It could help you to find your inner chef!
Competition now closed.
Find your favourite Melbourne Moment in Camberwell’s Through the Lens photo exhibition
The Camberwell Camera Club have created a display of photos called ‘Melbourne Moments’ which are now on display in shop windows at Camberwell Junction. Choose your favourite photo and tell us why you like it for your chance to win $50 to spend in Camberwell. Entries close July 31, 2016.
Full details here.
Camberwell Sunday Market celebrates 40 years
On August 28, Camberwell Sunday Market will celebrate its 40th birthday. It is one of Australia’s most popular and iconic second-hand, antique, handmade and vintage markets. Rotary volunteers run the market and have raised more than $15 million for charities and Rotary projects.
If you are a regular stallholder and would like to share your story or experience, please email: [email protected]
Little Pony cafe is new to Camberwell.
Shop News
BLUE ILLUSION
745 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Stylist Meryl Ellis runs personal styling consultations, fund raisers and group styling workshops. You can book her service through the store for help with special occasions, travel or new season to save time and money. The ‘winter’ styling workshop will be held in-store on Thursday, August 4 at 12.30pm. Come along to discover how to experiment with prints and play with colour. Light refreshments will be served and 7% of the day’s proceeds will be donated to the Bali Life Foundation. To book, phone: (03) 9882 3238.
COUNTRY ROAD
245 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell
One of the first Country Road stores, the popular Camberwell Junction store has undergone a refurbishment and has a fresh new look. The store now stocks a bigger range of women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, and homewares.
JASMINE KIDS OUTFITTERS
733 Burke Rd, Camberwell
Located next to the Commonwealth Bank, this new store offers a unique range of children’s clothing from babies to tweens. The dedicated ‘pram station’ and children’s play area inside the shop will make shopping easier for parents, and little girls will delight in the range of princess costumes.
JESSICA DEWAR YOGA
Level 1, 199 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell
A new yoga studio, located opposite the Rivoli Cinemas, is now open. Studio founder Jessica Dewar has studied yoga in India and teaches Hatha, Mysore Style, Ashtanga and Restorative yoga. She offers private sessions and group classes and has a special introductory ‘wellness’ offer for local businesses and schools.
LITTLE PONY CAFE
239 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell
This new cafe has recently opened in Camberwell, opposite the Rivoli Cinemas. It is open from 7am on weekdays and from 8am on weekends – perfect for your early morning coffee fix. The cafe offers single origin, batch brews and Proud Mary coffee.
SALSA’S FRESH MEX GRILL
Shop 1-5, 600-606 Burke Rd, Camberwell
This much-loved Mexican food outlet in Camberwell has undergone a makeover. Customers can now enjoy a new-look store and fresh menu.
STA TRAVEL
558 Burke Rd, Camberwell
The travel agency has moved further up the hill to 558 Burke Rd, just near Georges. Pop in to see the new store and ask about STA’s travel evenings with guest speakers, special offers and how you can get $50 off your next holiday.
Until next month!
Kerry Daly
Manager, Camberwell Centre Association.